Monthly Crime Report
Ward 5 Crime Report — April 2026
202 reported incidents · Washington, DC · Source: DC MPD
Key Takeaways
- 202 incidents were reported in Ward 5 in April 2026.
- Theft (Other) was the most common offense (104 incidents, 51% of the month's total).
- Total incidents were down 19% versus March 2026 and down 48% versus April 2025.
- The biggest month-over-month change was Theft (Other), which fell from 136 to 104.
- This April was 45% below the 5-year historical average for the month (~368 incidents).
Monthly Crime Volume — Ward 5
April Incidents by Year — Ward 5
Offense Breakdown — Ward 5
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Incident counts reflect reported MPD crimes for the calendar month and are subject to revision. Historical activity, not a prediction of future safety.